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Theatre Guild

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Found in 6 Collections and/or Records:

William Faulkner collection

 Collection
Call Number: YCAL MSS 491
Abstract:

The collection consists chiefly of writings, with a small amount of correspondence. Writings include drafts of works by Faulkner and writings of others. The correspondence consists of original letters between William Faulkner and the American writer Malcolm Cowley. Also included are papers concerning the Theatre Guild and Richard Meyers production of William Faulkner's play Requiem for a Nun.

Dates: 1944-1966

Theresa Helburn papers

 Collection
Call Number: YCAL MSS 864
Abstract:

The Theresa Helburn Papers consist of correspondence, diaries, financial documents, writings, photographs, scrapbooks and memorabilia documenting her career as a writer and theatrical director and administrator for the Theatre Guild and other theaters.

Dates: 1887-1992, bulk 1920-1958

Lawrence Langner papers

 Collection
Call Number: YCAL MSS 688
Abstract: The papers include writings, correspondence, subject files, photographs and other materials relating to Lawrence Langner's work as an author, theater producer, and patent attorney. Writings include plays (Suzanna and the Elders and The Pursuit of Happiness, among others); articles on various aspects of theatre and patent law; and books, including his autobiography, The Magic Curtain; The Importance of Wearing Clothes; and G.B.S. and the Lunatic. Correspondence, subject files, and financial...
Dates: 1913-1983, bulk 1920-1962

Rollo Peters Costume and Set Designs

 Collection
Call Number: DRA 3
Abstract:

The materials in the collection document the varied theatrical and non-theatrical artistic activities of Rollo Peters from his youth until his later years.

Dates: 1912-1965

Theatre Guild archive

 Collection
Call Number: YCAL MSS 436
Abstract: The Theatre Guild Archive consists of a variety of materials that document the history of the Theatre Guild from its earliest productions in 1919 through theatre and film projects in the 1980s and 1990s. Material includes correspondence and subject files relating to individuals, organizations, productions, and projects with which the company was involved; administrative and financial records; scripts and records of stage, radio, television, and film projects; scrapbooks, press books and...
Dates: 1896-1996, bulk 1930-1965

Eugene Winick papers relating to Eugene O'Neill

 Collection
Call Number: YCAL MSS 758
Abstract: The Eugene Winick papers relating to Eugene O'Neill consist of correspondence and other papers dating from the mid 1920s through late 1940s. There is correspondence addressed to Eugene and Carlotta O'Neill from publishers, literary agents, law firms, and individuals, with large files for the literary agency, Richard J. Madden Play Company, Random House, Theatre Guild, and the law firm of Harry Weinberger. There are also subject folders for "foreign letters" and "requests" relating to...
Dates: 1923-1949

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Authors, American -- 20th Century -- Archives 4
Authors -- United States -- 20th century 3
Theater -- United States 3
Theatrical producers and directors -- United States 3
American literature -- 20th century 2